Topic: Ideas We Should Steal
Counting Votes Faster
Will PA join 43 other states that start processing mail-in ballots before Election Day in time to avoid uncertainty over the 2024 Presidential election?
By Jemille Q. DuncanMedical Malpractice Reform … Again
Twenty years ago, the Commonwealth dug itself out of a crisis that put new mothers at risk of illness or death. Signs of trouble are back in Pennsylvania, which could look to California and other states for a solution
By Malcolm BurnleyExpand — Yes, Expand — Public Transit
New York City, Seattle and Sydney are doubling down on public transportation amid the ongoing work-from-home trend. Why this counterintuitive move is an idea Philly should steal
By Diana LindAutomatic Voter Registration for Returning Citizens
Local social justice advocates and a University City state rep want to follow Michigan’s lead and register people convicted of felonies upon release from incarceration. Such legislation could swing elections.
By Courtney DuCheneReclaiming Our Time
Why Philly should adopt other cities’ policies to help with our harried schedules — some very good time management ideas we should steal
By Diana LindWho’s Doing Arenas Right?
For two years The Citizen has chronicled win-win sports developments around the country. In light of the long-awaited feasibility study on a proposed Center City Sixers arena, here are some ideas Philly should consider stealing
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavySafer, Cleaner, Greener Public Spaces
New York City and Paris both have leaders who care about making shared urban spaces for every resident. Philadelphians deserve the same
By Katrina Johnston-ZimmermanThe Best Housing Bill on the East Coast?
Is Massachusetts’ new housing package an idea Pennsylvania should steal?
By Diana LindCool Down Creatively
Rio, Seville, Singapore and Munich have all implemented common-sense to high-tech ways to handle the hotter days ahead
By Valeria Morales-SotoStop Hitting People With Cars
Three bikers and pedestrians were hit by cars this week in Philly — two fatally — because our roads are unsafe. Here, recommendations to fix that
By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy